Our Staff

Nicole Novotny, PT/Owner

Nicole obtained her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy: 1988 from McGill University in Montreal Quebec; Bachelor of Exercise Science: 1984 from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec; Her specialties include: Women’s Health (WH). She has received extensive training through the WH sector of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA); This adds to over 29 years of experience of practice, in abdominal and pelvic health for women, men and children, pregnancy and postpartum issues, urinary/fecal incontinence and voiding dysfunction and general orthopedics, Nicole is also an advanced myofascial practitioner with the John Barne’s technique and an active member of the Women’s Health sector of the APTA.

Carleen Sajkowsky, PT

Carleen obtained her Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy from Texas State University, along with a Bachelors of Science in Allied Health from the University of Texas El Paso. She has over 20 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings. Carleen is a Certified Kinesio Tape Practitioner. She is also an American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Trainer. Carleen is experienced in Temporomandibular dysfunctions (TMJ).

Megan J Cronin, PT, DPT

Megan joined our team in early June 2017. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Movement Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy from The University of Vermont. She has over 6 years of experience in pelvic floor therapy. Megan is trained in myofascial release and dry needling. She has completed several pelvic health specialty courses through The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and achieved board certification by the Biofeedback Certification International Association (BCIA) in Pelvic Floor Muscle Dysfunction (PFMD). Megan enjoys using biofeedback training and myofascial release to help improve function in her patients.

Stephanie Gainer, PTA

Stephanie joined our team in July 2018. She obtained her Associates of Applied Science in Physical Therapy Assistant from Western Technical College in El Paso. Stephanie is trained in General Orthopedics, Women’s Health, Temporomandibular Dysfunctions (TMJ), Massage, and Myofascial Release.

Eve Tonkin, Office Manager

Eve, our Business Office Manager joined Mirasol in January 2018. She obtained her Bachelors in Business Office Administration. She has over 18 years of experience in Business Office operations and will be able to assist with any front office or billing related questions.

Mara MacKinnon, PT, DPT

Mara joined our team in December 2019. She obtained her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from California State University, Fresno. She has clinical experience in both pelvic health and neurological rehabilitation, and is trained in manual therapy and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation through the Institute of Physical Art. She enjoys applying this background to her areas of clinical practice: women's health and general orthopedics.

Amber Hindash, LMT

Amber joined our team in November 2019. She has been doing massage therapy and bodywork for over 18 years. Her work is very distinctive, clinical, and individualized in order to best facilitate what is needed for each person. Her neuromuscular work may include but is not limited to: Swedish, Lymphatic, Deep Tissue with Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Ortho-bionomy, Reflexology, and Visceral Manipulation.

David Marlin, Biofeedback Specialist

David joined our team in November 2019. He is a Registered Nurse with training in bio and neuro feedback. He has over 2 years of experience in biofeedback. David is also a yoga instructor and meditation instructor.

Carolyn Ahearn, MSPT

Carolyn will be joining our team July 15, 202. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science and Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA graduating in 2004. Carolyn has 16 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings. She is a Certified Breathing Behavior Analyst through the Graduate School of Behavioral Sciences and a lifetime member of the American Health Council. Since moving to New Mexico in 2012, Carolyn has focused on a specialization in the management and treatment of Lymphedema, initially with direct mentorship from Peter Ternedde, CLT. Carolyn plans to complete her Certification in Complete Lymphedema Therapy in October 2020 through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. Additionally, Carolyn has experience working with temporomandibular joint dysfunction and is trained in myofascial release.

Sela is an ACE certified personal trainer with 5 years of experience and specializations in Corrective Exercise and Sports Performance. Sela also worked with her college football team in the Athletic Training Program while studying Exercise Science at Mississippi College. She’s also had ample experience with soldiers and Special Forces, helping prepare them physically for deployments, PT tests, and injury prevention.